Confirmed: Real Madrid new signing Bernardo Silva starts for Portugal vs Congo | World Cup

Confirmed: Real Madrid new signing Bernardo Silva starts for Portugal vs Congo | World Cup Earlier today, Real Madrid announced the signing of former Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva on a free transfer . The 31-year-old Portuguese international joined the club after his contract at the Etihad Stadium expired, signing a two-year contract until the summer of 2028. Silva starts for Portugal Now, following the announcement of his signing for Real Madrid, Bernardo has been named in the starting lineup for Portugal against Congo DR in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The versatile playmaker slots in on the right flank for the Seleccao , from where he will look to provide key support to Real Madrid legend and global superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. The Al-Nassr ace captains this Portugal side in what is his sixth career World Cup – a record. Some Real Madrid targets also feature The Portugal lineup, fielded by manager Roberto Martinez, also consists of several players who have been linked with a move to Real Madrid this summer. Indeed, the PSG midfield duo of Joao Neves and Vitinha, both of whom are admired at the Santiago Bernabeu, feature in the lineup. SL Benfica defender Tomas Araujo, who is greatly admired by new Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho, also starts for the Portuguese national team. Naturally, it will be a game that many at Real Madrid, as well as the fans, will be following closely to not only see how their new signing fares, but also to keep an eye on potential targets for the summer.